Stress is an unavoidable, completely normal part of life. However, when we’re unaware of how much distress we’re experiencing, or deny that stress is affecting our perceptions and responses, the cumulative impact of it can lead to anxiety issues and physical health...
Most of us who were born in the last half-century have a Star Wars memory (or ten) from our youth: light saber wars in the backyard, dressing up as our favorite characters for Halloween, or “using the Force” to open automatic doors at the grocery store. But Star Wars...
A clear and open space makes room for a clear and open mind. According to Dr. Emma Gray, a clinical psychologist, “Clutter can cause anxiety, depression, and even physical pain. Decluttering can improve the functioning of our brains and help us feel more in control of...
In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, resilience—the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties – is an invaluable human skill. Thankfully, healthy resilience is not just about building mental toughness and grit. Making room for more laughter...
School counselors have borne the brunt of much of the turbulence experienced in education over the last few years. These five TED Talks speak to some of the biggest challenges school counselors face and offer tools and insights you may find helpful moving forward....
While some students view January as an opportunity to verbalize their hopes and dreams for the coming year, many others enter the new year struggling with anxiety. Coming out of the holidays and looking at the unknowns associated with the months ahead, student anxiety...
